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Definition of kalimeris

kalimeris

/kəˈlɪmərɪs/
ka · lim · er · is

Plural:kalimeris
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kalimeris Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A perennial herbaceous flowering plant of the genus Kalimeris in the aster family (Asteraceae), native to East Asia, cultivated for its abundant, daisy-like blossoms.

Example

"The gardener planted kalimeris along the border to ensure a continuous display of pale blue and white blooms throughout the late summer."

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek words 'kalos' (meaning 'beautiful') and 'meris' (meaning 'part'), likely referring to the attractive ray florets or well-formed structure of the flower.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kalimeris. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kalimeris
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